: Support for 16-bit or 24-bit audio with sampling rates up to 96 kHz for stereo.
C-Media's implementation of the AC'97 standard provided high-quality integrated audio for its time, featuring:
: Capability for 5.1 multichannel audio output.
Because AC'97 hardware is often integrated directly into the motherboard chipset, drivers are typically provided by the motherboard manufacturer or through Windows Update.
: Support for S/PDIF Out and jack sensing in later revisions (Rev 2.3). Installation and Updates
: Some C-Media utilities include a 7.1 Virtual Speaker Shifter and 3D sound positioning software.
The is a essential software component that enables communication between a computer's operating system and onboard audio hardware based on the legacy AC'97 (Audio Codec '97) standard. Developed by Intel in 1997, AC'97 was the primary standard for integrated sound on motherboards before being succeeded by High Definition (HD) Audio in 2004. Key Technical Features
